Summer-like temperatures are expected to be widespread, mainly in the Kanto region, on the 19th, so caution is advised regarding the unseasonably hot weather. Due to strong warm air and sunshine, temperatures have been rising since morning, with Tokyo exceeding 20℃ before 9am. The daytime Read More …
![The One about [Strong wind warnings issued for 39 prefectures] “Spring storm” hits tourist spots and cherry blossom viewing locations](https://i3.wp.com/live.staticflickr.com/5466/30578310196_c4f55a6c7b_h.jpg?s=eyJpIjozMDU3ODMxMDE5NiwiZSI6MTc3NDk3MjMzNCwicyI6IjBhZTgwNjg1N2I4OTNiNWZiZDU3MGViNDViYjE3MjM2YzJlNWRjZjIiLCJ2IjoxfQ&w=480&resize=480,320&ssl=1 "The One about [Strong wind warnings issued for 39 prefectures] “Spring storm” hits tourist spots and cherry blossom viewing locations")
On the 31st, a “spring storm” hit the entire country. Strong wind warnings were issued in 39 prefectures, and damage was reported, including the collapse of a greenhouse in Kagoshima Prefecture. (From “news zero” broadcast on March 31, 2026)
Standing soba noodle shops are a welcome sight amidst rising prices. This program introduces a shop boasting extra-large tempura and freshly made soba noodles, as well as a unique 95-year-old shop (Nihachi) with a convenience store attached where you can also enjoy a drink on Read More …
JR East implemented fare increases on the 14th. The initial fare on the Yamanote Line and other lines in the Tokyo metropolitan area rose from 150 yen to 160 yen, with the average increase across all areas being about 7%. This is the first time Read More …
The concept of this year’s “WHITE KITTE” is “A dazzling world of silvery white, Christmas on the prairie”. In 2025, WHITE KITTE will create an immersive and photogenic silvery plain where Christmas and Japan’s winter scenery are in harmony . The symbol will be a Read More …
Curious of your thoughts of Jimbocho winning first place on TimeOut “coolest neighborhood” (in the world) in 2025? I have stayed in Jimbocho (in the Kanda area of Chiyoda, Tokyo) and yes, if you are a literary fan, it’s must-go to spot (it’s the home Read More …
The concept of this year’s “WHITE KITTE” is “Heart, Wrapping, Christmas”. The main tree, “Breeze Tree,” will be made of a real fir tree and is about 13.5 meters long. It will shine brilliantly with about 30,000 LED bulbs. Also, covering the tree will be Read More …
I have been following the growing phenomenon of Halloween in East Asia. There is no denying that Halloween in East Asia (specifically Tokyo, Japan and Seoul, South Korea) have become like a Mardis Gras-like event that brings thousands of people from the country and all Read More …
Located at the Mori Art Museum in Roppongi is the Tokyo City View. Tokyo City View, an observation facility which features an indoor observation deck 250 meters above sea level and a Sky Deck outdoor observation deck 270 meters above sea level. While the 52nd Read More …
This photo was taken 2.5 years after “Robot Restaurant” opened in Shinjuku’s Kabukicho area. 2015 to be exact. That January, the restaurant went up to over 150 seats (considering in 2012, they had only 40) and that very year, would be the first time the Read More …
My latest purple series photo is a shopping complex known as Omotesando Hills, which was built in the popular avenue in Shibuya known as Omotesando. The area often referred to as Tokyo’s Champs-Elysees, Mori Building created the complex (which was designed by Ando Tadao) that Read More …
Tokyo is no doubt one of the fashion capitals in the world. One can travel to Tokyo, get on a train and just be amazed of the various fashion styles around metropolitan cities around the country. Granted, certain areas have a certain trendy style that Read More …
Tokyo Midtown located at Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo will be holding its “MIDTOWN BLOSSOM 2022” cherry blossom event starting on March 18th through April 17th. Please download the PDF for more information The event starts from noon to 8:00 p.m. with lights out at 7:30 p.m., Read More …
Sometimes when I’m in Tokyo, I absolute fall in love with the city landscapes. I think it’s the same for people who love nature-based landscapes. Having grown up with nature-based landcapes, I think that is why I find city landscapes fascinating. Because it’s unlike the Read More …
For 2021, KITTE’s “WHITE KITTE” Christmas event has been announced for November 24th through December 25th. The theme will be “Washi” and will feature illuminations using traditional Japanese crafts. Beautiful Japanese paper snow will be hung over the ceiling to create an overwhelming white world. Read More …
Marunouchi Bright Christmas 2021 will kick of on November 11th through December 25th. The theme “Magic” will deliver magical gifts and smiles to everyone who visits the Marunouchi area, including the trees and illuminations to express a magical world. As for events, “Harry Potter and Read More …
Tokyo Midtown (near Roppongi) has announced their winter illumination event for 2021 and the theme for 2021 is “Vivid” and lighting begins at 5:00 p.m. through 8:00 p.m. Introducing tree illuminations where gold light colors the trees in the city. This year, you can enjoy Read More …
Tokyo Dome City is one of the few who tends to kick off their Christmas winter lllumination early and this year’s event will kick off on November 5h and will last through February 28, 2022. This year’s illumination event is titled “Tokyo Dome City Winter Read More …
I have been missing Ikebukuro which is a district of Toshima ward in Tokyo. It’s a place which I have called my second home because when I travel to Japan, I stay there each time. Sometimes it’s hard for me to believe that after staying Read More …